About Us

Deborah Capper, DVM

Our principal doctor, Dr. Capper is a 2005 graduate of Oregon State University.  Married with a grown daughter she loves spending time with her two grandchildren.  Puppy kisses make her day!  Dogs Sampson and Flynn, horse and pony Katy and Biscuit, and a flock of chickens and geese keep her hopping.  

Dr. Aisling Mac Neill

Dr. Mac Neill grew up and obtained her DVM degree from University College in Dublin Ireland.  Originally in a mixed animal practice in Ireland she has been in small animal medicine since her move to the US in 2010.  She says the Pacific NW feels just like home.  Improving the quality of life for her patients is one of her passions.  Married with children she is also mom to 2 dogs and 2 Guinea pigs. Being outdoors with her family and dogs all year long brings her joy.

Dr. Emily Cotran

A Boston native, Dr. Cotran headed west for veterinary school to Colorado State, where she graduated in May of 2017 with a combined degree in veterinary medicine and public health.  She decided to continue her adventure west, finding the prefect home in Vancouver.  Her special interests in veterinary medicine include surgery and feline medicine.  In her free time, Dr. Cotran enjoys hiking, running, gardening and travel with her husband Kyle and their two daughters.  They also share their home with two furkids – MacGyver the cat, a notorious escape artist, and Fraser the cat snuggler extraordinaire.

Julie, Licensed Technician

Our practice manager Julie is a 1979 graduate of Portland Community College’s veterinary technician program and has been a licensed technician ever since. Decades in general and emergency medicine have given her quite the toolbox of skills.  Julie and Dr. Capper worked together for 8 years before teaming up again to start Wellhaven Hazel Dell in 2018.  Geriatrics, hospice and weight management are her areas of interest.  She has shown and bred standard longhaired dachshunds for many years.  Outside of work she enjoys gardening, do it yourself home projects and spending time with her two daughters. Dogs Milo & Abby and cats George, Jinx and Handsome Pants share her home. 

Callie, Licensed Technician

Callie has been working in veterinary medicine since 2006 and joined the WellHaven team in 2022 as a licensed veterinary technician. Her passions at work are surgery and dental care, general nursing, and nutrition. Callie also enjoys working with geriatric patients. When she’s not at work, you will find Callie active in the great outdoors! She loves skiing, hiking, rock climbing, paddle boarding, crabbing, clam digging, as well as spending time with her 2 children, husband, 2 dogs Autumn and Darla, and 2 dozen chickens.  Callie also stays busy with gardening, canning, sewing, and reading.

Terri, Veterinary Assistant

Terri has been working in veterinary medicine since 2002, and Wellhaven Hazel Dell from its beginning in 2018. She has transitioned from customer service to becoming one of our highly appreciated veterinary assistants. She is very passionate about the Fear Free revolution in veterinary care and enjoys working with fearful patients to help build their trust and ease their fear and stress. When she’s not working, Terri enjoys spending time with her two adult twin daughters and her granddaughter. You can also find her reading, spending time on yard work, and racing on the Fear Not Sprint Boat Team as the navigator!

Alisha, Veterinary Assistant

Alisha has been in the veterinary field since 2012 and here at WellHaven since 2020. She enjoys working with geriatric patients and helping their owners with end-of-life care. Alisha also likes training new assistants and is passionate about spay and neuter procedures to help control the population.  For fun you will find Alisha camping, hunting, cooking, working on project cars and spending time with her family that includes dogs Lily, Torben and Mila and cats Harper and Tommy. She is a proud Basset and Corgi Mom!

Alexia, Veterinary Assistant

Alexia has been a Veterinary Assistant since 2021. Prior to joining the WellHaven team, she was in the coffee business. She enjoys helping with ultrasounds, general nursing care, and nail trims for our patients. On her off time, Alexia loves gardening, going to parks, lakes, the beach – really anything outside! You can also find her spending time with her family which includes 5 dogs and 1 cat, watching scary movies, and enjoying holiday traditions.

Jessie, Veterinary Assistant

Jessie began a career in veterinary medicine in 2018.  With a degree in microbiology she loves learning about cytology and diagnostic imaging, pretty much anything what you can’t see with the naked eye.  She is married and the dog mom to Shadow & Layla.  Outside of work she enjoys hiking, kayaking, rockhounding and training in agility with Shadow.  Currently a full-time student at Portland Community College to become a licensed veterinary technician, we will be celebrating her graduation in June 2023!

Mady, Customer Service Representative

Mady has been in the veterinary field since 2021. She started at an emergency practice but moved over to WellHaven to be able to build and maintain connections with clients and patients. Mady enjoys engaging with clients and being a familiar face to them. In her free time, you will find Mady spending time with family and friends, going to concerts, fishing and camping, and hanging out with her cat Meredith!

Erica, Customer Service Representative

Erica started in specialty/emergency veterinary medicine in 2021.  She liked the variety of cases they would see.  She enjoys spending time being outdoors and with family and friends.  Her special kitten child Pumpkin keeps life interesting.  

Ahna, Kennel Assistant

Ahna graduated from both high school and college in 2022. Her favorite subjects are art and science, specifically biology and chemistry. Ahna has been with the WellHaven team since 2021.  She has two lovely kitties as well as chickens and rabbits.  Ahna has many hobbies which include drawing, reading, writing, gardening, and playing games of all kinds!